Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Holy Week -- Wonderful Memories of Seminary Days

Holy Week was always a very special time here at Mount Michael, but especially during seminary days when it was St. John's Seminary. I will always cherish those memories.

For the last few years we have brought back some practices that we did in seminary days -- like the Seder Meal. Although we did not have the Seder meal as such this year, we did have what we call the Service Meal. We had lunch in the gym -- family style. The adult at each table served the main dish to all the students at the table. This was done in fashion (of sorts) as we do in the abbey-- the abbot waits tables that night and then he washes feet at the Holy Eucharist later.

Ever since I wrote an article entitled, Fearing Failure, I have had lots of people tell me that it was very helpful for them or that they could identify with it. As a result of that feedback, all of this has caused me to do much thinking. I am reminded of a phrase that I recall from Henri Nouwen – “the more personal – the more universal.”
I am presenting a series of articles related to vocational discernment, personal stories from members of the Mount Michael Community, and generally vocation-related topics.
I hope some of this material is helpful and if nothing else interesting.